Catie Hickey vlog: "Balancing Musical Activities"
October 3, 2012In her newest video blog, trombonist Catie Hickey talks about her recent experiences trying to line up performing opportunities in Chicago. She also talks about an interesting idea of a “musician/friend housewarming party” to get people together and talk about possible collaborations and performing opportunities. Take a look!
Jade Simmons vlog: "Being the Buzz: How to get Media Attention"
October 2, 2012In her latest video blog, innovative pianist Jade Simmons talks about the importance of getting media attention for your projects, whether they be performances, recordings, initiatives, and more. Check out her insights here!
Meghan Caulkett vlog: "The Traveling Life of a Freelance Musician"
October 1, 2012In her newest video blog, harpist Meghan Caulkett takes us on the road with her from Texas to Louisiana as she chronicles her recent adventures as a freelance musician! Take a look!
Do You Listen to Music While Typing?
September 28, 2012I try to sometimes, but most of the time I end up typing very little. I guess I’m not very good at multitasking! I was writing some emails the other day and opened the video below to “listen to some music while typing.” As soon as the music started, I don’t think I moved or […]
Has the Sympocalypse Arrived? Only If We Think It Has
September 27, 2012“The era of the symphony orchestra is done.” So begins Michelle Jones’s recent post on violinist.com, the latest addition to a slew of articles by various musicians and critics predicting the symphony orchestra’s impending demise. Like many college music students, I feel an uncomfortable gnawing of dread whenever one of these types of articles pops […]
Webinar October 15th: "What’s Next: Educating Musicians as Entrepreneurs"
September 26, 2012Sign up for the next Polyphonic On Campus webinar – October 15th! These webinars are completely FREE 1 hour sessions where we present a range of interesting speakers and topics. If you missed our excellent September webinar (Eat. Sleep. Make Art.) you can view the recording here. We are very excited to welcome Rachel Roberts […]
Domenic Salerni vlog: "Carlos Museum"
September 25, 2012In his latest video blog, violinist Domenic Salerni gives us a quick tour of the Carlos Museum at Emory where he and the Vega String Quartet often perform. Check it out!
Derek Jenkins vlog: "Process and Inspiration"
September 24, 2012In his most recent video blog, composer Derek Jenkins discusses his answers to the two most common questions he gets as a composer: 1) Where do you find your inspiration? and 2) What is your process? Enjoy!
Lauren Denney Wright vlog: "Transitions and Rehearsal"
September 21, 2012In her latest video blog, conductor Lauren Denny Wright shares her recent experiences with the start of the semester and specifically how she is approaching her first set of rehearsals with a new ensemble. Enjoy!
Meghan Caulkett vlog: "When life hands you lemons…still show up on time to rehearsals"
September 20, 2012In her latest video blog, harpist Meghan Caulkett tells us about her recent experiences with minivans, performing, and teaching! Watch her vlog to see the connection between all these things!